Which of the following statements about sudden infant syndrome (SIDS) is true?
A) It is the leading cause of death in infants between 1 month and 1 year of age.
B) The risk of an infant dying from SIDS increases the closer the infant gets to his or her first birthday.
C) We have been able to do nothing to reduce the incidence of sudden infant death syndrome in the last 20 years.
D) Allowing infants to sleep on their tummies helps to reduce the risk of SIDS.

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SIDS is indeed the leading cause of death in infants between 1 month and 1 year of age. The exact cause of SIDS is not known, and while the incidence has decreased since the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended placing infants on their backs to sleep, there is still much research being done to understand and prevent SIDS. Sleeping on the tummy is actually a risk factor for SIDS, so it is recommended that infants sleep on their backs.

Which of the Following Statements About Sudden Infant Syndrome (SIDS)